Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
